Circular Economy FLASHCARD

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What’s the core difference between linear and circular economies?

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Linear follows "take-make-waste"; circular keeps materials in use

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What’s the EU’s target year for becoming a circular, climate-neutral economy?

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2050

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The Ellen MacArthur Foundation was founded by a climate scientist.

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False - It was founded by a sailor

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Which country is not a circular economy leader in Europe? Options: Netherlands, Denmark, Bulgaria, Finland

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Bulgaria

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What’s a major barrier to circular economy adoption in developing countries?

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Lack of waste management infrastructure

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Which EU policy fights misleading environmental claims like "100% eco-friendly"?

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Ban on Greenwashing

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What’s the average packaging waste generated yearly per European?

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190

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What’s a key feature of a "circular city"?

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Closing material loops to minimize wast

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Which technology supports circular economy implementation? Options: Single-use packaging machines, Landfill expansion tools, Digital Product Passports, Non-recyclable material designers

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Digital Product Passports

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What’s a potential threat to the circular economy globally? Options: Too many recycling bins, Trade barriers restricting material flows, Low raw material demand, Overeducated consumers

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Trade barriers restricting material flows